Sure, Zunes are nice, but their limited battery life made it impossible to watch the entire 1987 ABC mini-series AMERIKA on one charge. Then came the Belkin F8M027 Zune TunePower.

Now that we’ve softened you saps up with cheap Zunes, it’s time to implement what we call the Barbie strategy: accessories, accessories, and accessories yet again. Let’s start the parade of post-production peripherals with the Belkin F8M027 Zune TunePower.

Not that it’s as superficial and unnecessary as a new doll hot-tub or motorcycle helmet. The TunePower will extend the battery life of the Microsoft Zune (sold separately, by us) by some 6-12 hours. And you can charge both Zune and TunePower at an AC outlet, which the USB-centric Zune can’t do on its lonesome.

But still – a Zune accessory that’ll run you about a fifth what you paid for the Zune itself (assuming you bought it from us)? Yep, we’re making it up on the back end, just like a fast-food joint selling you those high-margin fries and sodas with your 99-cent burger. Would you like a TunePower with that?

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